NHTSA recall 07V359000
Electrical System · Honda (American Honda Motor Co.)
Details
What's wrong: On certain motorcycles, the front fairing sub-harness (section of the wiring harness) transfers the electrical grounding load of the headlights, front turn signals, instrument panel, and various relays to the main wiring harness via an 18-pin connector. Under certain conditions, the ground wire terminals inside the connector can overheat, resulting in melting of the connector and a loss of power to various circuits.
Why it matters: As a result, a loss of critical lighting or engine power could occur without warning, which could cause a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install a re-designed sub-harness. If damage is found, the main wiring harness will also be replaced free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on September 26, 2007. Owners were re-notified on November 10, 2007, to take their motorcycles to dealers to have the parts…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2002 Honda VFR800 (Interceptor 800)
- 2003 Honda VFR800 (Interceptor 800)
- 2004 Honda VFR800 (Interceptor 800)
- 2005 Honda VFR800 (Interceptor 800)
- Honda VFR800 (Interceptor 800)
All model years NHTSA lists
2002 Honda Vfr800, 2003 Honda Vfr800, 2004 Honda Vfr800, 2005 Honda Vfr800.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 07V359000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.